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Varieties of Atheism in Science
Being a scientist doesn’t necessarily mean you’re an atheist. In today’s Academic Minute, Rice University’s Elaine Howard Ecklund explains why...
The Case for Professors Emerit
Professors in Oregon push for gender-neutral titles for retired faculty members. The idea has traction, although there’s debate about just what to call these professors instead of “emeritus” and “emerita.”
Campaign to Restore Cantonese at Stanford Reaps $1M Gift
A grassroots campaign to restore Cantonese offerings at Stanford University announces a $1 million gift to support classes in the language at the university in perpetuity.
Emory Public Health School Receives $100M Gift
The O. Wayne Rollins Foundation will give $100 million to Emory University’s school of public health—the largest gift the school...
Academic Minute: Varieties of Atheism in Science
Today on the Academic Minute: Elaine Howard Ecklund, professor of sociology at Rice University, explores how being a scientist doesn’t...
New Presidents or Provosts: Champlain College, Idaho State U, Long Beach CC District, Montclair State U, Ohio Northern U, Park U, Pennsylvania State U, Rio Salado College, U of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Melissa J. Baumann, provost and chief academic officer at Xavier University, in Ohio, has been chosen as president of Ohio...
Colleges Cope With IT Staff Flight in Wake of Pandemic
With information technology skills in high demand across industries, many colleges are finding they can’t hold on to talent.
Connecting With Students by Hearing Their Personal Stories
Faculty, staff and administrative efforts to build trust can help make college students feel understood.